Use up your turkey leftovers in this hearty casserole.

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Turkey leftovers anyone?

To my mother, however, turkey Tetrazzini is just another way of saying turkey casserole.

Old fashioned turkey tetrazzini recipe in a casserole dish.

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In her opinion casseroles are passe; she hasnt made one in twenty years.

Note to my mothers friends: she loves your casseroles.)

It’s a great way to use up turkey leftovers!

Sauteeing mushrooms to make a Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe.

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Dont Have Peas?

Defrost overnight, remove from the foil, and pop it back into its original casserole dish.

Reheat at 375F for about 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly.

Making a roux for a Turkey Tetrazzini recipe.

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Storing Leftover Turkey Tetrazzini

Refrigerate leftovers tightly covered for 3 to 5 days.

Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente.

Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Making a roux for a Turkey Tetrazzini recipe.

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In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat.

In a large, heavy saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter.

Stir in the flour and cook the mixture over low heat, stirring, for 3 minutes.

Pasta, turkey, and peas in a bowl to make a Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe.

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Bring to a simmer and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, for about 5 to 8 minutes.

Stir in 1/3 cup of the Parmesan and the Swiss cheese.

Stir in the lemon juice.

Making a Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe.

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Add salt and pepper to taste.

Just keep sprinkling it in until it is seasoned to your taste.

Add a pinch of ground nutmeg if using, again to taste.

Making a Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe.

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Transfer the mixture to a buttered 3-quart casserole.

In a small bowl combine well the remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan and the breadcrumbs.

Garnish individual servings with chopped parsley.

Overhead view of a plate of an old fashioned turkey tetrazzini recipe

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